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Itinerary for Mar 17 — Mar 22, 2013

Description: Hotel is located on Lake Osprey in the Nationally Renowned Master Planned Community of Lakewood Ranch, minutes from many of the area attractions. Close to restaurants, a hospital, pharmacy, grocery stores, movie theaters, hair salons etc., some within walking distance.

Smoking policy: NoSmoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $119 - $149 AAA discounted ratPlease make reservations as soon as possible this hotel fills up quickly during season. Please call the hotel directly at 941-782-4400 not the national toll free number in order to receive the AAA discounted rate.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day One: Sunday, March 17 - Registration/Orientation

Arrive To: Registration with Road Scholar is between 3:30PM to 4:45PM. Hotel check-in is at 3:00PM, room may be ready earlier.

Afternoon: At 4:45PM Orientation of the week starts.

Dinner: Dinner will be at the hotel. Forms are sent out in advance to see if participants are vegetarian.

Evening: After dinner there is a getting to know you session for participants to become better acquainted.

Description: Hotel is located on Lake Osprey in the Nationally Renowned Master Planned Community of Lakewood Ranch, minutes from many of the area attractions. Close to restaurants, a hospital, pharmacy, grocery stores, movie theaters, hair salons etc., some within walking distance.

Smoking policy: NoSmoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $119 - $149 AAA discounted ratPlease make reservations as soon as possible this hotel fills up quickly during season. Please call the hotel directly at 941-782-4400 not the national toll free number in order to receive the AAA discounted rate.

Note: Must be able to walk from distant parking lot to and from the stadium, plus be able to climb stairs at the baseball stadium.

Breakfast: A continental breakfast is available.

Morning: PRESENTATION: The Beginning of Baseball<>
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PRESENTATION: Retired Major League Pitcher

Lunch: Participants can purchase their own lunch at the ballpark or restaurant close to the stadium.

Afternoon: FIELD TRIP: Apply your new knowledge from morning lectures as you watch a baseball game "Boston Red Sox vs Pittsburgh Pirates at McKechnie Field in Bradenton." After game is over bus departs for hotel.

Description: Hotel is located on Lake Osprey in the Nationally Renowned Master Planned Community of Lakewood Ranch, minutes from many of the area attractions. Close to restaurants, a hospital, pharmacy, grocery stores, movie theaters, hair salons etc., some within walking distance.

Smoking policy: NoSmoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $119 - $149 AAA discounted ratPlease make reservations as soon as possible this hotel fills up quickly during season. Please call the hotel directly at 941-782-4400 not the national toll free number in order to receive the AAA discounted rate.

Description: Hotel is located on Lake Osprey in the Nationally Renowned Master Planned Community of Lakewood Ranch, minutes from many of the area attractions. Close to restaurants, a hospital, pharmacy, grocery stores, movie theaters, hair salons etc., some within walking distance.

Smoking policy: NoSmoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $119 - $149 AAA discounted ratPlease make reservations as soon as possible this hotel fills up quickly during season. Please call the hotel directly at 941-782-4400 not the national toll free number in order to receive the AAA discounted rate.

Lunch: Participants can purchase their own lunch at the ballpark or restaurant close to the stadium.

Afternoon: FIELD TRIP: Participants will attend a spring training baseball game 1:05pm Baltimore Orioles vs Toronto Blue Jays at Ed Smith Stadium, Sarasota. Watch game with new insight from morning presenter. After game is over bus will return students to hotel.

Description: Hotel is located on Lake Osprey in the Nationally Renowned Master Planned Community of Lakewood Ranch, minutes from many of the area attractions. Close to restaurants, a hospital, pharmacy, grocery stores, movie theaters, hair salons etc., some within walking distance.

Smoking policy: NoSmoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: $119 - $149 AAA discounted ratPlease make reservations as soon as possible this hotel fills up quickly during season. Please call the hotel directly at 941-782-4400 not the national toll free number in order to receive the AAA discounted rate.

Morning: PRESENTATION: Retired baseball scout will share his wealth of experiences over the years. This is your opportunity to ask questions you have always wanted to ask.

Lunch: A chance to create your own sandwich for lunch is offered on the last day to allow students who need to catch an early flight to take their lunch with them. Students who do not need to leave can enjoy their lunch in the classroom or on the patio by the pool. Program ends after lunch.

Important information about your itinerary: Please know that while we do everything we can to finalize all aspects of our programs well in advance, there are logistics that occasionally must be altered. Our website will reflect the most recent information, and we are committed to providing you with final program details no later than eight weeks prior to the start of programs outside the U.S. and three weeks prior to the start of programs within the U.S. If you ever have questions about your program, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will be happy to assist you.

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